Listen to The Country online: Trump’s tariffs with Meat Industry Association chair Nathan Guy

Nathan Guy, the chairman of the Meat Industry Association, spoke to The Country's Jamie Mackay on today's show.

Today on The Country radio show, host Jamie Mackay catches up with Meat Industry Association chairman, Nathan Guy, to take a closer look at US President Donald Trump’s tariffs and what effect they may have on New Zealand’s red meat sector.

On with the show:

Nathan Guy:

The Meat Industry Association chairman, and former Minister for Primary Industries, on Donald Trump’s tariffs.

Plus, record meat prices, and whether he supports Federated Farmers’ SOS (Save Our Sheep) campaign.

Mike Petersen:

Don’t blame the pine trees!

So says the former President of Beef + Lamb NZ, when it comes to the loss of more than two million sheep (45% of the total flock) in the past 32 years.

He also looks at how water will transform the farming landscape in his home patch of Central Hawkes Bay.

Dr Jacqueline Rowarth:

One of our leading primary sector academics looks forward to the big Rural Support Trust debate at Fieldays.

Plus, the networking opportunities Mystery Creek affords to all and sundry.

Phil Duncan:

Monday’s resident weatherman previews Wednesday, Thursday and Friday at Fieldays.

Listen below: